RECYCLED HDPE LUMBER ISTHE SUPERIOR ALTERNATIVE

HDPE is highly corrosion resistant which means it resists water, rotting, and mold, making it a long-lasting and durable material.

Why is HDPE a Superior Alternative?

DURABILITY

Within the outdoor furnishings industry, HDPE is able to replace less sustainable and heavier materials thanks to its strength and corrosion resistance. HDPE is the ideal combination of durability and customizable aesthetic which together drive sustainable and affordable project goals.

The material you can depend on

OVERALL INVESTMENT SAVINGSHDPE building materials are longer lasting than other materials and do not require sealing, painting or staining resulting in less maintenance and investment costs.

HIGH QUALITYWe never compromise on quality. We produce a product that stands up to your needs and the needs of your customers.

SUPERIOR AESTHETICSOur HDPE has a wide variety of pro�les, colors and �nishes. HDPE offers a wood-like aesthetic and grain to give natural appearance in outdoor settings.

Learn how HDPE compares to other materials

TANGENT VS OTHER MATERIALS WOOD

Will not rot, corrode, splinter or decay

Doesn’t absorb chemicals, oils or water

Long-lasting durability

Will not leach chemicals into the environmentInsect and marine borer resistant

Resistant to mold and mildew

Low-maintenance

Doesn’t require sealing, staining or painting

Will not harbor bacteria

Made with recycled material

WICKER ALUMINUM

Can withstand harsh environments without storage or protection

POLYSTYRENESTAINLESS &

GALVANIZED STEELWROUGHT

IRON

Wider variety of profiles, colors & finishes

Surfaces can be cleaned with soap and water and be fully sanitized

Selecting the correct material for outdoor furniture is imperative to ensure long-lasting quality. The below chart shows how Tangent's high-performance HDPE checks all the boxes for outdoor furnishings and in turn, is a better investment.

Look for this symbol in every day life!

What is HDPE? HDPE is one of the most versatile plastics and is used widely due to its unique bene�ts. Denoted by the number 2 on recyclable products, HDPE is found a wide variety of applications such as milk jugs, laundry detergent bottles, cutting boards and piping.

HDPE is an inert, see-through material that is weather-resisant and displays durability even at very low temperatures, due to these features, HDPE plastic is one of the most versatile plastics in the world.

An incredibly workable material, common wood working tools and CNC fabrication techniques can be used to cut, drill, router and fasten HDPE plastic lumber.

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Tangent™ proudly manufactures recycled plastic boards using post consumer HDPE plastic like milk jugs and laundry detergent bottles.

Our products meet criteria for the USGBC LEED requirements: Most of our material comes from post-consumer waste and far exceeds

the recycled content percentage criteria of 50%. We also use an environmentally-friendly process that produces minimal greenhouse

gases. Our green construction products are 100% recyclable and in most situations, can be dismantled as easily as wood and can earn

you additional points for your LEED project.

Environmentally-Friendly Products

Highly resistant to chemicals, moisture, solvents, and extreme temperatures and environments, HDPE has an incredibly long-lifespan, with studies showing products made from HDPE lasting in excess of 50 years.

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